Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Idaho | Utah | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.25¢ | 13.07¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 8.90¢ | 9.47¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.78¢ | 7.89¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $115.62 | $101.19 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 944 | 774 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Idaho has a lower residential electricity rate at 12.25¢/kWh compared to Utah's 13.07¢/kWh — a difference of 0.82¢/kWh (6.3%).
The average monthly electric bill in Idaho is $115.62 (944 kWh/month), while in Utah it is $101.19 (774 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
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